Chapter 381

Chapter 381

Sherilyn sat frozen, a storm of emotions having just passed, leaving her in a state of

maybe? Playing the role of a shield was never easy,

confusion. He’s gone. Gone for?

especially having to watch Gilbert and his… sister–in–law get all flirty. Ugh.

She rested her hand gentl

on her stomach, whispering a silent prayer. If only some divine intervention could grant her wish to bear a child! Watching Gilbert and Caroline exchanging glances filled with affection was more than she could bear.

Downstairs, Gilbert hadn’t managed to shake off his foul mood.

Caroline noticed immediately. Taking his jacket from him, she flashed a sly grin. “Did leaving me here get her all worked up?”

“No,” Gilbert replied, shaking his head, though feeling an uncomfortable tightness in his

chest.

before she was even born. Why should she be upset? She’s not your

only added to Gilbert’s

should head to bed,” he said, before turning to walk upstairs.

eager to console Sherilyn? Gripping the jacket tighter, she glared at Gilbert’s back, eyes practically spitting fire.

“Gilbert, oh, Gilbert.”

:

on the light, he laid down

breath, Sherilyn could smell his cologne mixed with a

couldn’t help but speak, “Can you… maybe

Gilbert pulled her closer. “This is my bed. I belong

“Just for tonight, please? Consider it

the bedside lamp. His

do you plan to keep this up?”

a deep

11:22

I can’t sleep.”

pajama top. I don’t smell

hard to notice your own scent.

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